Swing Set Safety

With Malia and Sasha Obama getting a new swing set at the White House (link), it won't be long before lots of kids across the country are begging for a backyard play set as well. And, at a time when we're trying to get kids off the couch and be more active, there's a lot to be said for getting kids to eagerly exert themselves on swings, monkey bars, and the like.

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If you're thinking about purchasing a swing set, keep safety precautions in mind. Unfortunately, accidents do happen and being smart about choosing, installing, and operating the play equipment is key. Click here (link)to find advice from the Good Housekeeping Research Institute.

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